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TWO ENGLISH STRAWBERRY BASKET FELT-WORK PICTURES
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TWO ENGLISH STRAWBERRY BASKET FELT-WORK PICTURES

CIRCA 1800-1850

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TWO ENGLISH STRAWBERRY BASKET FELT-WORK PICTURES
CIRCA 1800-1850
Comprising a fine example of a white basket overflowing with plump berries, in shadowbox frame; and another, the large basket full of berries, the basket embellished with wool flowers, in shadowbox frame
16 x 12 in. (40.6 x 30.5 cm.) and 16 x 13 in. (40.6 x 33 cm.) without frames (2)
Provenance
Acquired from Jellinek & Sampson.
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.

Lot Essay

Even as the making of traditional samplers decreased in popularity, 19th century girls continued to produce fine needlework. Stuffed work pictures especially gained prominance, with charming subjects such as these berry baskets and still-lifes.

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